Quality & Patient Safety Specialist (Multiple Locations)

Overview

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Work Locations:

• Emory University Hospital: 1364 Briarcliff Rd NE, Atlanta, Ga, 30322
• Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital: 5665 Peachtree Dunwoody Road NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30342
• Emory Hospital Midtown: 550 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30308
• Emory John's Creek Hospital: 6325 Hospital Parkway, Johns Creek, Georgia 30097 
• Emory Decatur Hospital: 2701 North Decatur Rd, Decatur, Georgia 30033

Description

The Quality and Patient Safety Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring programs that promote high standards of patient care, safety, and satisfaction. This role involves collaboration with clinical and non-clinical staff to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, improve care delivery, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management:

Patient Safety Initiatives:

Quality Improvement:

Regulatory Compliance:

Data Collection and Analysis:

Staff Education and Training:

Collaboration and Leadership:

Incident Management:

Developing Safety Protocols:

Risk Management:

Performance Improvement:

Regulatory and Accreditation Readiness:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a healthcare setting, with exposure to quality improvement and patient safety.
• Masters degree in nursing, healthcare administration, or a related field.
• Candidates with extensive relevant experience (greater than 5 years) may be considered in lieu of a degree; for these candidates bachelor's degree will be required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Clinical background (e.g., RN, PT, etc.)
• Lean Six Sigma or equivalent quality improvement certification OR Certification in Quality and Safety (e.g., CPHQ, CPPS) highly desirable.

Experience/Skills:

• Familiarity with regulatory and accreditation processes with deep understanding of regulations and accreditation requirements.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret data and identify actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with demonstrated experience educating staff, engaging leadership and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to achieve goals.
• Familiarity with healthcare analytics tools and software with proficiency in the use of quality data analysis tools and software (e.g., Excel, Tableau).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium/Max 25lbs): up to 25 lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 25 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock , Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.